From now on, these birthday features will be made monthly, in the first days of the new month.
Spotlight
Shop
Diversions
Notices
[x]
Advertisement
More Happenings
21
Be PROUD of your ART
=yuki-the-vampire
reports, 1d 1h ago
reports, 1d 1h agoThe feature of art done by my devwatchers to say how PROUD I'm of them ^^
37
A note to Google users on internet freedom
*Angeliq
reports, 1d 22h ago
reports, 1d 22h agoThe Internet as we know it is facing a serious threat. There's a debate heating up in Washington, DC on something called "net neutrality" – and it's a debate that's so important Google is asking you to get involved. We're asking you to take action to protect Internet freedom.
14
Sobre la version6 - Las opiniones
*noticias
reports, July 12
reports, July 12El lanzamiento de la versión 6 del deviantART.
Segunda Parte: Las opiniones de los lectores y del equipo de trabajo de *noticias
Segunda Parte: Las opiniones de los lectores y del equipo de trabajo de *noticias
18
Sobre la version6 - Las palabras del Staff del dA
*noticias reports, July 12
reports, July 12
17
Tony Snow Dead at 53
^StJoan
reports, July 12
reports, July 12Tony Snow, noted reporter, political commentator, former White House press secretary, died today after his second battle with colon cancer.
17
Care-Club Collection - 1st to 10th July
*Care-Club
reports, July 11
reports, July 11Featuring submissions sent to Care-Club from 1st July to 10th by members.
17
RedClub Collection - 1st to 10th July
*RedClub
reports, July 11
reports, July 11Featuring the submissions made to RedClub from the 1st of July to 10th.
27
The Down and Dirty of BJDs Pt 1
=eating-dust
reports, July 8
reports, July 8Haven't you always wondered what was up with those wierd Dollfies? Here's part one of a super FACT!SMASH. BJDs 101. Collectors are not all crazy nutbars.
And no, sharpies are not an accepted form of make-up application.
And no, sharpies are not an accepted form of make-up application.
Happenings This Week
37
A note to Google users on internet freedom
*Angeliq reports, 1d 22h ago
reports, 1d 22h agoThe Internet as we know it is facing a serious threat. There's a debate heating up in Washington, DC on something called "net neutrality" – and it's a debate that's so important Google is asking you to get involved. We're asking you to take action to protect Internet freedom.
21
Be PROUD of your ART
=yuki-the-vampire reports, 1d 1h ago
reports, 1d 1h agoThe feature of art done by my devwatchers to say how PROUD I'm of them ^^
18
Sobre la version6 - Las palabras del Staff del dA
*noticias reports, July 12
reports, July 1217
Tony Snow Dead at 53
^StJoan reports, July 12
reports, July 12Tony Snow, noted reporter, political commentator, former White House press secretary, died today after his second battle with colon cancer.
14
Sobre la version6 - Las opiniones
*noticias reports, July 12
reports, July 12El lanzamiento de la versión 6 del deviantART.
Segunda Parte: Las opiniones de los lectores y del equipo de trabajo de *noticias
Segunda Parte: Las opiniones de los lectores y del equipo de trabajo de *noticias
13
July blue-club member's birthdays
*blue-club
reports, 1d 11h ago
reports, 1d 11h agoFrom now on, these birthday features will be made monthly, in the first days of the new month.
9
Why we shouldn't complain about deviantART v6
=decolorante
reports, July 12
reports, July 12tl;dr: It was hard work, it looks good, it's enjoyable to use and people can access your content better.
7
Be PROUD
=yuki-the-vampire reports, 1d 1h ago
reports, 1d 1h agoA feature of works done by my devwatchers - always BE PROUD of your art!!
5
FCC Slams Comcast: Net Neutrality wins?
~Ryu-tso
reports, July 12
reports, July 12FINALLY! For those that haven't been following the NN movement, Net Neutrality is the belief that the internet should be free to all consumers and not have your internet be monitored by your ISP.
Unfortunately for Comcast customers they discovered last summer that Comcast was limiting their usage of P2P programs such as Limewire and BitTorrent and then lying about it, saying "It was probably a technical glitch". But after extensive tests run by Carnegie Melon in conjunction with students from MIT, they found that Comcast was forging net connections which ended abruptly and stopped your download.
Comcast continued to deny it until Free Press dropped a lawsuit in their laps. The FCC agrees and will vote on the movement to fine Comcast for violating the Net Neutrality law.
BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE! The websites you know and love could soon become unavailable as quickly as 2010...unless you're willing to pay.
Comcast, Verizon and AT&T are literally spending tens of millions of dollars to lobby Congress to drop the internet in their laps and let them decide how to use it. That means that you would have to actually PAY to get to high traffic sites that those companies do not own. Which means DeviantArt, MySpace, Facebook, Gaia and YouTube would be come unavailable for users who do not want to pay.
Speak up, Speak out, Rally your representatives and save the internet.
[link]
Unfortunately for Comcast customers they discovered last summer that Comcast was limiting their usage of P2P programs such as Limewire and BitTorrent and then lying about it, saying "It was probably a technical glitch". But after extensive tests run by Carnegie Melon in conjunction with students from MIT, they found that Comcast was forging net connections which ended abruptly and stopped your download.
Comcast continued to deny it until Free Press dropped a lawsuit in their laps. The FCC agrees and will vote on the movement to fine Comcast for violating the Net Neutrality law.
BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE! The websites you know and love could soon become unavailable as quickly as 2010...unless you're willing to pay.
Comcast, Verizon and AT&T are literally spending tens of millions of dollars to lobby Congress to drop the internet in their laps and let them decide how to use it. That means that you would have to actually PAY to get to high traffic sites that those companies do not own. Which means DeviantArt, MySpace, Facebook, Gaia and YouTube would be come unavailable for users who do not want to pay.
Speak up, Speak out, Rally your representatives and save the internet.
[link]
=Happenings
Do Unknown/Unpopular Artists Get Love?
=Daisie2819
reports, March 23
reports, March 23A very popular question among those unpopular/unknown artists. It acctually depends on which deviants you watch. Some could care less if you comment or not, other appreciate comments by everyone. Also, some very popular artists I watch(
) are giving out free requests to random watchers. They won't give any out to people who watch them just for this though, so you can't cheat on this. Still, though, people that aren't wonderful artists or people without enough money can't get art from these people. Plus, even though they enjoy your comments, few comment back or take a long time to comment back. Some don't comment back at all.
That still leaves the question "Do Unknown/Unpopular Artists Get Love"
My answer is they are either to pilled up to do anything or that they don't have time for those of lower stature. Why can't they let the fans get free love, I can understand if you need money so they have commissions but they should still have trades open to the public. They could also just lower the prices just a wee bit to make it easier for younger fans to get some art.
Comment any way you like on this topic, it just gets me so angry that artists do this.
) are giving out free requests to random watchers. They won't give any out to people who watch them just for this though, so you can't cheat on this. Still, though, people that aren't wonderful artists or people without enough money can't get art from these people. Plus, even though they enjoy your comments, few comment back or take a long time to comment back. Some don't comment back at all.That still leaves the question "Do Unknown/Unpopular Artists Get Love"
My answer is they are either to pilled up to do anything or that they don't have time for those of lower stature. Why can't they let the fans get free love, I can understand if you need money so they have commissions but they should still have trades open to the public. They could also just lower the prices just a wee bit to make it easier for younger fans to get some art.
Comment any way you like on this topic, it just gets me so angry that artists do this.
Community News247 Subscriber Features and Version 6$lolly
 reports, 22h 58m agoFirst off, everyone here at deviantART would like to say THANK YOU!!! We have received an overwhelming amount of enthusiasm for the launch of version 6 and believe that this has been our best-received launch to date. 226 deviantART Presents: New Prints Products!$trowlandson
 reports, 1d 21h agoHigh quality fine art giclée prints on paper or canvas, all available with our new Studio Frame. Check it out! 188 Tips & Tricks :: Portfolios & Job Interviews=Princess-of-Shadows
 reports, 1d 18h agoYou might even be one hell of a profesional, but if you don't SHOW it and PROVE it, how will everyone know? These facts are important not only when you are looking for a job, but in any situation when you wish to showcase your work. I decided to share a few guidelines that might help you give the best of yourself and help you be a better profesional. 118 Artist Relations Newsletter - July 16, 2008$Moonbeam13
 reports, 1d 18h agoNews from the Artist Relations team 71 Photoshop Actions!Turn You work into the Magic!*w1zzy
 reports, 1d 10h agoActions which you can use, to make your work better and improve your skills! 55 June DD's : Wallpaper^archanN
 reports, 8h 33m agoWallpaper Daily Deviation Features for the month of June. |
PollI've played with v6 and... |
deviantART Loves You
Deviously serving the art and skin community for 2,902 days.
Only 20 days until our eighth birthday!
|
Deviousness
`karemelancholia is one of the most genuine deviants you could ever met. Always active and a true deviantART cheerleader and supporter in every aspect. You can always count on her to lend a hand or get involved, and you usually will find her doing large amounts of both at any given moment.
She's consistently reports on contests around dA, showcases the efforts of her fellow artists and shows her charitable side through various activities. Besides all of this, she's a truly talented artist which is why she's an obvious choice for deviousness this month. Read More |
©2008 deviantART. All rights reserved
Devious Comments
Because I know that they receive a butt load of messages each day and yet they still don't reply back maybe they should take their time one day and just answer all their messages. And when they have an artblock or they are just bored they should take the time to reply if they have nothing else to do. Every artist should be loved!
--
You have will to control your life not the will to let someone else control it.
LOOK AT MY GALLERY [link]
Houkou Fans Come Join The Club!!! ~Houkou-FCTree
--
Visit my club for demon fursona ~DemonFursona-Club
--
You have will to control your life not the will to let someone else control it.
LOOK AT MY GALLERY [link]
Houkou Fans Come Join The Club!!! ~Houkou-FCTree
--
Visit my club for demon fursona ~DemonFursona-Club
I also agree with you on the commissions thing. I've always wanted to get a commission from one of them, but they're over priced.
--
Bono is under your bed, waiting to come out when you sleep.
[link]
Yay for me(Taline)!
R.I.P Noel Paw 1998-2008
Icon by me.
--
Visit my club for demon fursona ~DemonFursona-Club
--
Bono is under your bed, waiting to come out when you sleep.
[link]
Yay for me(Taline)!
R.I.P Noel Paw 1998-2008
Icon by me.
--
Visit my club for demon fursona ~DemonFursona-Club
(Example comment: "Cool" ...how would you reply to that? Just "thank you"? That took more time to reply to than it did for the commenter to write it. :/ )
A rule of thumb with me on trades is that if the artist has the time to make random gift art for people, then they -should- have the time to take trades. Hell, I've seen some popular artists who make giftart after giftart for their friends while overlooking current trades and commissions that they owe. Mostly, though, a lot of the more popular artists don't have the time for trades either and must rely on the money they get from commissions.
(you could also argue that the popular artist has been screwed so many times in the past on trades that they don't even see the point of it anymore. The more popular you are, the more likely you'll be taking a trade with a stranger who will rip you off rather than taking a trade with a friend that you know well)
It's really the artist's decision to decide how much they charge for commissions, by the way. If it takes them 20 hours to make the piece, why would they charge only 20 bucks for it? That's a dollar an hour at best (if you assume that paypal fees and other fees don't exist). At that rate, they'd be better getting a job at McDonalds: they'd be making 7 times the pay, after all. When dealing wiht artwork, though, the market will be the true judge as to if an artist is overcharging. If the artist is still getting a steady stream of commissions at their current price, it's unlikely that they'll lower it anytime soon. That's like if you were doing a great business selling..... uhm ..... beans for 7 bucks a piece. If person after person comes by and buys your beans, why would you lower the price? Just because one person didn't like it? I seriously doubt it. Now if no one was buying the beans...the price would probably drop and drop until it's a reasonable price....
--
My Gallery
Previous Page12 Next Page